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Adult Protective Services

Adult Protective Services staff investigate reports of abuse, neglect (including self-neglect) or financial exploitation of adults who are unable to protect themselves due to a physical or mental limitation. APS staff assess the need for protective services and provide services to reduce the identified risk to the adult.

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Learn more about:

Adult Protection Act

Family Homes for Adults

Investigation Process

Report or Ask for Help

Suicide Prevention

What is Abuse, Neglect, Financial Explotation

 

Reports and Information:

APS Field Guide

Stopping abuse of the elderly and persons who have disabilities may start with you

Report Abuse and Neglect

Toll free 1-888-APS-TENN (1-888-277-8366)

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